Top 32 Postdoctoral researcher Jobs in Pleasanton, Ca

Lawrence Fellowship Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $151,956 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Pass drug screening
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
Computational Materials Scientist - Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $123,048 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Software development
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
Explainable AI - Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $143,328 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Pass drug screening
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
3d
Quantitative Virology-Immunology - Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $123,048 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
7d
Operations Research Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $122,028 - $143,328 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Pass drug screening
- C++
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
Autonomous Laboratories, Robotics & Artificial Intelligence – Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $122,028 - $143,328 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Pass drug screening
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
Mesoscale Modeling – Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $123,048 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
Machine Learning - Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $138,480 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Pass drug screening
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
Solid State Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopist - Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $123,048 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
14d
Lick Observatory Telescope Optoelectronics Technician
University of California Santa Cruz —Mount Hamilton, CA
- $42.44 - $46.84 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Windows
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
7d
Space Hardware - Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $122,028 - $143,328 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- System design
- Analysis skills
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
Atomistic and Data-Driven Modeling of Materials for Energy Applications - Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $123,048 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Analysis skills
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
2d
Laser Postdoctoral Researcher - Advanced Photon Technologies
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $123,048 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Software development
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
Postdoctoral Research Staff Member - Metrology
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $123,048 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Presentation skills
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
HPE Labs - Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Hewlett Packard Enterprise —Milpitas, CA
- $99,320 - $149,760 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Presentation skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
Postdoctoral Researcher, AI and Systems Co-design Team
Meta —Menlo Park, CA
- $154,000 - $217,000 a year
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Bachelor's degree
4d
Associate Staff Scientist - Operando Electron Microscopy and Ultrafast Quantum Science
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory —Menlo Park, CA
- $145,411 - $173,254 a year
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- Doctor of Philosophy
- 2 years
Heavy-Ion Physics and Scientific Machine Learning - Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory —Livermore, CA
- $123,048 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- C++
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
2d
Research Scholar
Stanford University —Stanford, CA
- $93,000 - $148,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
Postdoctoral Researcher: Mental Models for Human Behavior Understanding
Honda Research Institute USA —San Jose, CA
- Contract
- Computer Science
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Psychology

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Lawrence Fellowship Postdoctoral Researcher

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory -
Livermore, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$151,956 a year

Benefits

Relocation assistance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Research proposal writing
Scientific research papers
Proposal writing
Doctor of Philosophy
Technical research projects
Manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals

Full Job Description

Company Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Job Description

The Lawrence Fellowship is a highly competitive postdoctoral position at LLNL that is open to all technical disciplines. Fellows are free to pursue their own independent research agenda with subject matter experts who provide guidance and mentorship. Fellowships are awarded to candidates with exceptional talent, scientific track records, and potential for significant achievements. Details of the fellowship may be found at http://fellowship.llnl.gov

Applicants need to submit CV, research impact statement of 3-4 sentences, research proposal of no more than 6 pages, three references for letters of recommendation, and transcripts. All application updates and attachments should be submitted by 8:00 a.m., on October 1, 2026.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

You will

Conduct research and/or development outlined in your research proposal in one or more of the following areas: Atmospheric Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geoscience, Energy, Lasers, Material Science, Mathematics, and Physics.
Pursue independent research interests with exceptional scientists both internal and external to the Laboratory.
Collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals.
Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences seminars and/or technical meetings.
Review research progress with the Laboratory’s Directed Research and Development Program.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PhD in a relevant scientific field.
Demonstrated creativity, exceptional ability, and proven accomplishments in applicant's area of specialization through peer-review publication and presentations.
Demonstrated ability to develop a research project that is impactful to national security or society.
Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication to their technical peers and to a broad interdisciplinary audience.

Pay Range

$151,956 Annually

Additional Information

#LI-Onsite

Position Information

This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
Flexible Benefits Package
401(k)
Relocation Assistance
Education Reimbursement Program
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Security Clearance

None required. However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process. This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check.

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Section 3112, generally prohibits citizens of China, Russia, Iran and North Korea without dual US citizenship or legal permanent residence from accessing specific non-public areas of national security or nuclear weapons facilities. The restrictions of NDAA Section 3112 apply to this position. To be qualified for this position, Candidates must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

How to identify fake job advertisements

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To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

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postdoctoral researcher jobs in pleasanton, ca

Lawrence Fellowship Postdoctoral Researcher

Computational Materials Scientist - Postdoctoral Researcher

Explainable AI - Postdoctoral Researcher

Quantitative Virology-Immunology - Postdoctoral Researcher

Operations Research Postdoctoral Researcher

Autonomous Laboratories, Robotics & Artificial Intelligence – Postdoctoral Researcher

Mesoscale Modeling – Postdoctoral Researcher

Machine Learning - Postdoctoral Researcher

Solid State Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopist - Postdoctoral Researcher

Lick Observatory Telescope Optoelectronics Technician

Space Hardware - Postdoctoral Researcher

Atomistic and Data-Driven Modeling of Materials for Energy Applications - Postdoctoral Researcher

Laser Postdoctoral Researcher - Advanced Photon Technologies

Postdoctoral Research Staff Member - Metrology

HPE Labs - Postdoctoral Research Scientist

Postdoctoral Researcher, AI and Systems Co-design Team

Associate Staff Scientist - Operando Electron Microscopy and Ultrafast Quantum Science

Heavy-Ion Physics and Scientific Machine Learning - Postdoctoral Researcher

Research Scholar

Postdoctoral Researcher: Mental Models for Human Behavior Understanding

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